Manager| Tax & Legal | Global Employer Services | UAE | Emiratization

Overview

Our Purpose

• Deloitte makes an impact that matters.
• Every day we challenge ourselves to do what matters most—for clients, for our people, and for society.
• We serve clients distinctively, bringing innovative insights, solving complex challenges and unlocking sustainable growth.
• We inspire our talented professionals to deliver outstanding value to clients, providing an exceptional career experience and an inclusive and collaborative culture.
• We contribute to society, building confidence and trust in the markets, upholding the integrity of organizations and supporting our communities.
• Our shared values guide the way we behave to make a positive, enduring impact:
• Lead the way
• Serve with integrity
• Take care of each other
• Foster inclusion
• Collaborate for measurable impact
• As a Manager for Deloitte ME’s Global Employer Services (GES) within the Tax and Legal business line, you will engage in a dual role across Emiratization advisory and immigration compliance services.
• Your responsibilities will include research related to Emiratization, immigration, labor and related compliance regulations, as well as support with drafting advice or workforce strategies for clients.
• You will also manage stakeholder relationships connected to national workforce initiatives and support the delivery of immigration compliance services to clients

Skills

• The role requires a detail-oriented professional with strong communication skills, research skills and an eagerness to learn.
• You will demonstrate and develop your capabilities in the following areas:
• Conduct thorough research on Emiratization policies, trends, and best practices to inform decision-making.
• Conduct research on immigration, labor, social security and payroll regulations in the UAE, across all jurisdictions.
• Handle routine or complex labour/immigration queries with government authorities.
• Design & development of Emiratisation offering:
• Support the structuring and development of the firm’s Emiratisation advisory service.
• Contribute to the design of attraction strategies for Emirati talent (e.g. sourcing channels, employer branding, partnerships).
• Build relationships with relevant universities, professional networks, and Emirati workforce initiatives.
• Support development of retention frameworks, career progression models and incentive/reward structures aligned with Emirati workforce expectations.
• Develop proposal materials, presentations, and client-facing material.
• Subject matter expertise:
• Act as team point of contact/lead for Emiratisation-related queries.
• Monitor and interpret UAE Emiratisation regulations and initiatives (e.g. MOHRE requirements, Nafis programme, Central Bank Emiratisation requirements, sector-specific mandates).
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory developments and proactively brief internal teams.
• Provide guidance on compliance obligations, quota calculations, penalties, and reporting processes.
• Engage with relevant authorities, where necessary.
• Business development and market engagement:
• Conduct market research to identify target sectors and organisations with Emiratisation needs.
• Map key decision-makers (e.g. HR Directors, Emiratisation Leads, Compliance Heads).
• Support preparation of pitch materials and participate in client meetings where appropriate.
• Proactively identify opportunities to position the firm’s Emiratisation offering in the market.

Leadership Capabilities

• Builds own understanding of our purpose and values; explores opportunities for impact.
• Demonstrates strong commitment to personal learning and development; acts as a brand ambassador to help attract top talent.
• Understands expectations and demonstrates personal accountability for keeping performance on track.
• Actively focuses on developing effective communication and relationship-building skills.
• Understands how their daily work contributes to the priorities of the team and the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Business Administration, HR, Law, or related fields.
• Emirati National, with a valid family book.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in employment law, Emiratisation advisory, or similar fields, preferably within a global professional services environment.
• Strong understanding of UAE labor and immigration laws, government workforce nationalization programs (e.g., Nafis, Tawteen), and related compliance requirements.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural team and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong research abilities and proficiency in compliance and regulatory guidelines.
• Proficiency in both English and Arabic.